OrganizedWisdom Health - Gastrointestinal Cancer

Perforated Colon

BrianGS — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 17:39:42 GMT

Colon perforation is usually a complication of other diseases such as ulcerative colitis or diverticulosis/diverticulitis, Crohn's Disease, or colon cancer. Sharp or blunt force trauma to the abdomen and accidental perforation during surgery, endoscopy, or laparoscopic procedures are also possible causes. Perforation of the lower bowel or colon invariably leads to bacterial contamination of the peritoneal (abdominal) cavity or peritonitis.

Fast Facts:

Colon perforation can occur in about 10-15% of patients with acute diverticulitis.
Colon perforation or rupture is an indication for the eventual removal of the colon in approximately 25-40% of patents with ulcerative colitis.
Necrotizing enterocolitis, a gastrointestinal disease that can affect one in 2,000-4,000 births (usually premature), can also lead to colon perforation or rupture.
Spontaneous colon perforation in the absence of disease or injury is rare, frequently misdiagnosed, and usually has a high mortality rate.

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Two-Stage Colectomy

KenyottaE — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 23:02:27 GMT

A two-stage colectomy may be performed as a treatment for colon cancer, Crohn's disease, or ulcerative colitis.

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Pressure and Pain in the Rectum

KenyottaE — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 22:50:07 GMT

Pressure and pain in the rectum can cause discomfort for several minutes or for hours. There are a number of conditions that could cause pressure and pain in the rectum, including ulcerative colitis.

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Foamy Diarrhea

Jkg0679 — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 08:25:40 GMT

Foamy (or frothy) diarrhea can indicate a number of digestive diseases. See your health care provider if you are concerned about foamy diarrhea.

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Taxotere and Pregnancy

CatherIN — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 21:49:54 GMT

Taxotere (docetaxel) is labeled as a pregnancy category D drug by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, indicating there is a risk of fetal harm. If you are taking Taxotere, talk to your doctor before becoming pregnant. Taxotere is used in the treatment of prostate, breast, stomach, head, neck, and non-small cell lung cancer.

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Taxotere Benefits

CatherIN — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 21:48:16 GMT

If your doctor has prescribed treatment with Taxotere (docetaxel), you may want to know the benefits of Taxotere. Taxotere interferes with certain cell structures, which in turn works to help stop cancer cells from growing and multiplying. Studies have shown that, in many cases, Taxotere may extend survival time and delay the progression of certain types of cancer. Taxotere is used in the treatment of prostate, breast, stomach, head, neck, and non-small cell lung cancer.

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Docetaxel

CatherIN — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 19:52:52 GMT

Docetaxel (Taxotere) is an intravenous chemotherapy medication. Docetaxel is used in the treatment of various types of cancer, such as breast , lung, and prostate cancer.

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Taxotere Dosage

CatherIN — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 18:31:53 GMT

Your doctor will decide the best Taxotere (docetaxel) dosage for you. Certain factors, such as height, weight, type of cancer being treated, other medications being used, and side effects experienced, will be considered when deciding the proper dosage. Taxotere is used in the treatment of prostate, breast, stomach, head, neck, and non-small cell lung cancer.

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Colonoscopy Without Sedation

BrianGS — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 19:07:50 GMT

In the U.S. colonoscopies are generally carried out under either sedation or conscious sedation but can also be performed without sedation. Colonoscopy without the use of sedation is much more common in Europe and Asia. There are some potential advantages to performing colonoscopy without sedation such as a decreased risk related to the sedative medications used, a quicker recovery time after the procedure, and a reduction in cost.

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After Effects of a Colonoscopy

BrianGS — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 19:02:42 GMT

The after effects of a colonoscopy frequently include fatigue, drowsiness, and dehydration particularly if sedation was employed. Minor problems such as abdominal discomfort, cramping, and gas can persist for up to 24 hours. Other symptoms such as diarrhea or constipation can occur within the first few days following the procedure. In general, complications after a colonoscopy are rare but there can be varying degrees of bleeding may be present if a polyp was biopsied or removed.

Fast Facts:

In 2006 a CDC-funded study reported that serious complications occurred in one of 200 colonoscopies where a polyp or biopsy was removed.
In the same study the complication frequency was only one in 1,000 colonoscopies when no tissue was removed during the procedure.

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